BCS Foundation Award - Machine learning
The term is becoming commonplace in organisations in every sector and now you can qualify your understanding of machine learning in this bitesize course: what it is; where and how it’s used; along with an introduction to the types of coding and algorithms involved.
Who is this for?
- Candidates who need to develop their understanding of the more technical aspects of AI or gain insight into one of its component parts
- Business professionals looking to transition their career into a role which encompasses AI
- Individuals with an interest in AI and a background in science, engineering, knowledge engineering, finance, education or IT services
Entry requirements
There are no pre-requisites for entry to the exam.
What will I learn?
This award sits within the Machine learning and other AI techniques area of the AI Foundation Pathway and offers an essential technical education to support your next career move.
You’ll learn about:
- what machine learning is
- coding for machine learning
- algorithms used in machine learning
- machine learning in practice
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This award contributes 4 credits towards the:
- Foundation Certificate in AI (total credits required: 20)
- Foundation Diploma in AI (total credits required: 36)
Other Machine learning and other AI techniques awards in the IA Foundation Pathway include:
How can I prepare for this award?
You can achieve this qualification through virtual or classroom training with a BCS-accredited training provider. As a guide, the estimated total qualification time for this award is 40 hours based around 16 hours of contact time, 23 hours of independent learning and a 30-minute summative assessment. Prices of exams start from £90 + VAT per award - though prices may vary depending on training provider.
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What's next?
Build on your foundation learning and achieve the Foundation Certificate in AI by studying one award from each of the four key awards areas. Study eight awards across the four areas and you’ll achieve the Foundation Diploma in AI. Why not look at…
Data Awards
Learn how data enables AI to perform, how it’s cleaned, structured and stored - and specifically focusing on machine learning how to use data in the right way, work with security protocols and uphold good ethical practice.
This qualification is not regulated by the following United Kingdom Regulators - Ofqual, Qualifications Wales, CCEA Regulation or SQA.
